question 1: if an atom has z = 16, what is the nuclear charge of this atom? a. -16 b. -12 c. +12 d. +16 e. -10

question 1: if an atom has z = 16, what is the nuclear charge of this atom? a. -16 b. -12 c. +12 d. +16 e. -10

question 1: if an atom has z = 16, what is the nuclear charge of this atom? a. -16 b. -12 c. +12 d. +16 e. -10

Answer

Explanation:

Step1: Recall atomic number meaning

The atomic number (Z) represents the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

Step2: Determine nuclear charge

Protons have a charge of (+ 1). So if an atom has (Z = 16) protons, the nuclear charge is (+1\times16= + 16).

Answer:

D. +16